Joanne Reisman's answeri would hope that you have car insurance and your insurance company is defending you. The majority of these case will settle at or below your policy limits assuming you have insurance. If the damages were very severe and could exceed your policy limits you could be at risk.

You can discuss your risk exposure with an experienced personal injury Attorney (who can explain how your insurance should work to protect you) and with an experienced bankruptcy Attorney who can discuss whether...

Thomas A. Grossman's answerI don't blame the doctor for refusing to treat you further. You asked for a problem by going and eating shortly after major surgery. Any claim that stems from this incident will looked at largely as your fault (what they call "comparative negligence.)"

Mr. James Charles Wright's answerWay to go- homeschooling Mom! There are some risks with being the "organizer." Is there any way your home school coop could sponsor (it likely has insurance) and you could be the volunteer that helps organize? In any event if you are going to put these groups together- use a release. You probably have seen releases before when your child goes on an activity. You need to understand a child cannot waive or release claims and a parent can't release a child's claims either. But a parent...

Thomas A. Grossman's answerI assume your mother is living in a rental unit, which is run by a property manager. Under California law, you must first request in writing that something that needs repair be fixed. If the landlord does not fix it within a certain amount of time, you can withhold rent. You can also threaten to sue the landlord for "constructive eviction," if the place is so bad that your mother cannot live in it. Finally, if you can prove that your mom's fall over a piece of flooring material was due to...

Thomas A. Grossman's answerThe mere fact that your lawyer served the MC-053 on you tells me that you are better off getting a new attorney. Since you have not given any facts as to what kind of case you are talking about, I can't tell you much more. If it was taken on a contingency you can just walk away. If you owe fees to your lawyer, you may have to deal with that.

Peter Briskin's answerThis is a very difficult question to answer. Duration of the litigation process varies from case to case. It depends on a number of factors including how many parties are involved in the lawsuit, the complexity of the issues involved, The cooperation of counsel for the parties as well as the county the case is venued in, among other things. In certain situations there may be a preference that is applicable depending on the plaintiff which would accelerate the time for trial once discovery...

Steve McCann's answerIt certainly possible that not wearing a helmet in a motorcycle accident, but the affect of that fact is dependent on specific facts that are not provided here, such as the nature and extend of your injuries.

More importantly, do you have an attorney representing you in this matter? If you do not, you should retain one immediately. Do not make any statements until you are represented by counsel. Many of us offer free consultations, and will represent you on a contingent basis, so...

Adam Michael Russell's answerThe answer is more complicated than it may seem. If you accident is in KY, and you have not rejected the provisions of Kentucky's Motor Vehicle Reparations Act ("MVRA"), then you usually have two years from the crash or two years from the date of the last PIP payment under the MVRA. There are many exceptions. For example, a spouse's claim for loss of consortium is not extended by the MVRA and must be filed within one year. Also, a PIP payment that is a "replacement" payment does not extend...

Manuel Alzamora Juarez's answerNormally, a claim against a governmental agency must be lodged within six months of the injury. In some instances, the agency may allow the plaintiff to file a complaint but it is rare. Please consult with a lawyer near you to find out if you qualify for an exception. Best of luck.

Thomas A. Grossman's answerThe Boy gets arrested. The drunk driver gets arrested. The police officer probably gets suspended or simply reprimanded, depending on the circumstances. Since the boy/thief initiated the chain of events, he may have a claim against the drunk driver, but since he was committing a crime, he might be barred from collecting any damages.

Anna Katherine Stone's answerIf you are a FL resident and own a vehicle then the first $10,000 in medical is paid by PIP which is under your personal policy. It’s no fault insurance. I encourage you to speak to your attorney.

Terrence H Thorgaard's answerYou have a choice: either go for a default judgment; or amend your complaint, get him served with the amended complaint, and see if he responds to that. You cannot file another lawsuit for the PTSD; it would normally be considered part of your first lawsuit.

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